read out
Britishverb
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(tr) to read (something) aloud
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to retrieve information from a computer memory or storage device
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(tr) to expel (someone) from a political party or other society
noun
Example Sentences
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Impact statements from both boys were read out in court.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
Before a team meeting, take 10 minutes to read out entries.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 12, 2026
As usual, the names of the victims were read out, and a bell was rung to mark major moments in the attack.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
No details were given about the circumstances of the alleged desertions of the 173 military personnel when Gen Amara Camara, the president's spokesman, read out the decree on Monday.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
When prompted, she read out a series of Conexco messages that she had decrypted.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
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